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Book Reading with Dennis Green
<p>To keep the very fabric of time itself from unwinding, Trav Becker must track down a killer before he becomes the next victim… again.</p><p>The Traveler Trilogy is a mind-bending sci-fi thriller that follows police detective Trav Becker in his desperate search to catch a killer attacking different versions of Trav and his friends along the continuum of different parallel realities.</p><p>But as fanciful as the plot of the Traveler books is, the action takes place in some very familiar locations to local readers, like the Paramount Theatre, New Bo, even the UI’s Van Allen Hall. Dennis will read from his books and talk about how real-life places inspired the plot and characters of his books.</p><p>Join us Tuesday, January 26th at 6:00 p.m. via Facebook Live!</p>
1/26/216:00 p.m.The History CenterCedar Rapids -
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Homemade Thai Noodles with Shrimp
<p>Thai noodles take only a little bit of work and have a great payoff. We will learn about and prepare all aspects of this delicious meal including making the noodles from scratch! Come prepare this restaurant-quality meal and spice up your homemade cooking. For convenient results, we’ll be utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine). Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06003/03/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
DIY Doggie Treats Workshop
<p>Spoil your favorite pup with some homemade doggie treats. Learn a variety of simple-to-assemble recipes that anyone can make. Be sure to bring some containers to take home all of the treats you make. Ages 12 and up can register with a registered adult. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06003/14/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
5 Ingredients or Less: Quick and Simple
<p>Weeknights are always busy, these quick and simple 5 ingredients or less meals are just what you need. Something hearty as Beef Stroganoff and a Chicken Pot Pie to something light as a Pesto Shrimp Pasta and a Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, all you will need is some fresh steamed vegetables. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06003/04/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Love Your Local Shop Hop
<p>Back by popular demand! This self-guided shop hop of Czech Village and New Bohemia businesses is planned for Valentine's Weekend. Start at any participating business to pick up your bracelet. As you stop by each location, collect charms and build a snazzy new District bracelet. More details to be released soon on the facebook event page. COVID regulations will be followed throughout the District.</p>
2/12/2112:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06004/11/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Easy Suppers
<p>Would you like to prepare restaurant-quality meals from the comfort of your home in no time and with minimum effort? Even better, would you like to do all that without any processed ingredients? Learn to prepare two delicious meals which you will definitely enjoy. The first will be a delicious pan-seared pork chop served with creamy mashed potatoes, and the second will be tilapia in a creamy wine sauce served with couscous. After completing this course, you will be a master in two unique meals; and on the top of that, you will learn multiple cooking techniques and simple tricks that you can easily apply to other meals too!</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/13/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Schnitzel with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
<p>Schnitzel originated in Italy and by the mid-19th century appeared in Vienna, the capital of the Austrian Empire. The Viennese removed the traditional use of Parmesan and made a few other changes to the original recipe, and the traditional Viennese schnitzel was born. It is often served with potato salad, boiled potatoes, or mashed potatoes. The Czech name for this meal is "rízek", and is commonly prepared from chicken, pork, or veal. Come learn how to prepare this dish that is rich with history and flavor! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/15/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cream Puffs and Eclairs
<p>Come learn how to make this this French classic from a Pastry Chef. You’ll learn the basics of making a classic pate de choux, including fillings and glazes for éclairs and cream puffs alike. Bring your appetites, and don’t forget to bring containers to bring home the leftovers! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:00:00 -06004/17/211:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Filet Mignon with Demi-Glace Sauce and Fondant Potatoes
<p>Do you want to spend an evening in a fine-dining French restaurant and order the best possible meal? This class will let you do so from the comfort of your home! You will learn how to prepare and cook the best cut of beef, filet mignon, which will be served with scrumptious fondant potatoes. And this will all be elevated with an outstanding earthy wine sauce, called demi-glace. Our chef will lead you step-by-step through all parts of the preparation of this meal, and your efforts will be rewarded with a master-chef-quality meal! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/21/215:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster. </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/27/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/29/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Chicken Tenders with Homemade Ranch and Coleslaw
<p>Chicken tenders are a universally loved food. Learn how to make game-changing chicken tenders that will rival any you have ever tried before! And every great tender needs to be served with delicious ranch dressing, which is why we are going to prepare this dressing completely from scratch. For the side, we are going to prepare a mouth-watering coleslaw salad.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06005/04/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/06/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06005/09/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine). </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/11/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cream Puffs and Eclairs
<p>Come learn how to make this this French classic from a Pastry Chef. You’ll learn the basics of making a classic pate de choux, including fillings and glazes for éclairs and cream puffs alike. Bring your appetites, and don’t forget to bring containers to bring home the leftovers! </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:00:00 -06005/22/211:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine).</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06005/27/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06006/08/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Run Your Restaurant
<p>Come experience a three-part, hands-on, interactive class exploring the world of restaurants, from concept to service. On day one, we’ll hold a discussion of kitchen etiquette, different types possible concepts, reading recipes, and democratic decision on what type of restaurant we would like to create. On day two, we prepare the foods we will create for our restaurant, run through a practice service. On our final day, each student is welcome to invite two guests to come and experience our student built restaurant. Participants will act in all rolls from server to expediter to chef. Ages 8-15. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 12:00:00 -06003/17/218:30 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Young Chefs: Chinese Cooking
<p>Who doesn’t love Chinese food? Learn to create your favorites. We'll prepare eggrolls, cream cheese Rangoon, lo mein, and orange chicken. Bring containers for possible leftovers. Ages 8-15. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 12:00:00 -06003/16/218:30 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Chopped
<p>Do you love the TV show Chopped? Want to try your hand at our version of Chopped? We will have secret ingredients and it will be up to you to come up with a Chopped Dish. Ages 8-15. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 12:00:00 -06003/15/218:30 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids